Chapati Collection

Woman making chapati, Dakshin Kali, Nepal, Asia

A Hill woman from Ladakh, cooking her food, 1893 (oil on canvas)
NAM237648 A Hill woman from Ladakh, cooking her food, 1893 (oil on canvas) by Burrard, Gertrude Ellen (fl.1890s); 56.8x41.6 cm; National Army Museum, London; eNational Army Museum; English

Flour faces... Dorothy Mashi (left), Raminder Singh (centre) and Bridget Marsden were among Birkby Infant School pupils who lined up with their chapatti flour

Nan va Halva (Breads and Sweets), ca. 1690. Creator: Unknown
Nan va Halva (Breads and Sweets), ca. 1690

Round, flat pancake-like white bread, cooked on griddle

Thali for lunch, Fatehpur Sikri, Uttar Pradesh, India

RSR 2 / 6th Battalion, Dholie Bearers Cooking
Royal Sussex Regiment Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: RSR Acc 4545 2/6th Batt/424 1916-19 Photograph

Plate of chapatis, close-up

Putting oil on to Chapati bread on a hot plate

Kneading Chapati bread dough in a glass bowl

Stuffed parathas, pan-fried breads stuffed with vegetables or mince, served with yoghurt and pickles on white dish, above view

Holding a ball of Chapati dough

Placing Chapati bread on hot plate for baking

Folding Chapati bread dough

Chapati bread wrapped in red napkin on a plate

Placing a cloth over a glass bowl containing Chapati bread dough

Chapati bread dough in a glass bowl

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"Exploring the Art and Tradition of Chapati: A Culinary Journey Across Asia" In the heart of Dakshin Kali, Nepal, a woman skillfully prepares chapatis, unleashing the tantalizing aroma that fills the air. Transporting us back to 1893 in Ladakh, we witness a hill woman diligently cooking her food on an oil canvas - a timeless portrayal of culinary heritage. Delving into history, Nan va Halva (Breads and Sweets) from 1690 reveals an unknown creator's artistic depiction of this beloved flatbread. Embarking on a flavorful adventure to Fatehpur Sikri in Uttar Pradesh, India, we savor a thali for lunch adorned with mouthwatering chapatis as its centerpiece. Flour faces come alive as Dorothy Mashi and Raminder Singh expertly craft chapatis - their hands weaving magic onto hot griddles in Dakshin Kali, Nepal. RSR 2 / 6th Battalion Dholie Bearers Cooking showcases the camaraderie shared while preparing these round pancake-like breads that bring people together across cultures. Zooming in on a plate filled with golden-brown chapatis offers an intimate glimpse into this staple delicacy that has stood the test of time. The humble yet versatile nature is captured through its simple ingredients and unique cooking process – transforming dough into delectable white breads on hot plates. Witnessing skilled hands put oil onto freshly made chapati bread evokes anticipation for that first bite – crispy exterior giving way to soft layers within. Observing kneading techniques passed down through generations brings us closer to understanding the artistry involved in creating perfect Chapati bread dough. Stuffed parathas take center stage as pan-fried delights bursting with flavorsome vegetables or mince.